2008 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 376 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | MDX | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
